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Health care utilization at end of life among patients with lung or pancreatic cancer. Comparison between two Swedish cohorts.

Helena UllgrenPer FranssonAnna OlofssonRalf SegersvärdLena Sharp
Published in: PloS one (2021)
These findings underscore an increase of several aspects regarding intensity of care at EOL, and a need for further exploration of the optimal organization of EOL care. Our results indicate fragmentation of care and a need to better organize and coordinate care for vulnerable patients.
Keyphrases
  • healthcare
  • palliative care
  • quality improvement
  • affordable care act
  • end stage renal disease
  • pain management
  • ejection fraction
  • peritoneal dialysis
  • patient reported outcomes
  • chronic pain